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40 church text message examples you can send this week

Updated October 18, 2026 · 8 minute read

Good church texts are short, start with your church’s name, and give people one clear thing to know or do. Here are 40 you can adapt today, grouped by occasion. Swap in your own names, times and links.

Two habits make every one of these work better: start with your church’s name so people know who it is, and add “Reply STOP to opt out” to the first text someone receives and every so often after that.

Welcoming first-time guests

Grace Community: Welcome! We’re so glad you joined us today. What’s your first name? We’d love to say hello.

Grace Community: Thanks for visiting, {name}! If you have kids, here’s what they’ll do next week: grace.church/kids

Grace Community: Hi {name}, it’s Pastor Dan. It was great to meet you Sunday. Any questions about Grace, just reply here.

Grace Community: Coffee’s on us! Show this text at the welcome desk next Sunday for a free drink, {name}.

Grace Community: We’d love to help you get connected. Our Newcomers Lunch is Sunday the 9th after the 11:00 service. Reply YES to save a seat.

Service reminders and changes

Grace Community: See you tomorrow! Services at 9:00 and 11:00. Parking fills fast, so come a few minutes early.

Grace Community: Heads up: this Sunday we have one combined service at 10:30 for our parade weekend.

Grace Community: Tonight’s Christmas Eve candlelight service starts at 6:00. Bring family and friends!

Grace Community: Easter Sunday services are at 7:00 (sunrise), 9:00 and 11:00. Invite someone who needs hope.

Grace Community: Missed Sunday? Watch the full message here: grace.church/watch

Events and gatherings

Grace Community: Wednesday dinner is at 6:00 in the fellowship hall. Bring a friend!

Grace Community: VBS registration is open! Spots fill quickly: grace.church/vbs

Grace Community: Men’s breakfast this Saturday, 8:00 AM. Reply YES so we cook enough eggs.

Grace Community: Women’s retreat sign-ups close Friday. Info and registration: grace.church/retreat

Grace Community: Youth group is bowling tonight! Meet at the church at 6:30, pickup at 9:00.

Prayer and care

Grace Community: Is there anything we can pray for this week? Reply here. Our prayer team reads every message privately.

Grace Community: Please join us in praying for the Martinez family as they welcome baby Sofia home.

Grace Community: Prayer night is Thursday at 7:00 in the chapel. All are welcome.

Grace Community: {name}, we’re thinking of you today. If you’d like a pastor to call, just reply CALL.

Small groups

Grace Community: New small groups start next week! Find one near you: grace.church/groups

Grace Community: Your Tuesday group meets at the Lees’ home this week, 7:00 PM. See you there, {name}.

Grace Community: This week’s small group question: Where did you see God at work this week?

Grace Community: Small group leaders, the new study guide is ready to pick up at the front desk.

Volunteers and serving

Grace Community: We need two more greeters for Sunday at 9:00. Can you help? Reply YES.

Grace Community: Thank you for serving in kids ministry this month, {name}. You make a difference.

Grace Community: Food pantry needs volunteers Saturday 9–11 AM. Reply YES to sign up.

Grace Community: Reminder: you’re on the worship team schedule this Sunday. Rehearsal at 8:00 AM.

Giving and special offerings

Grace Community: Our building fund is 80% of the way there. Thank you! Give here: grace.church/give

Grace Community: The mission trip team leaves in two weeks. Support them here: grace.church/missions

Grace Community: Thank you for your generosity this year. Year-end giving statements will arrive by email in January.

Holidays and seasons

Grace Community: Advent starts Sunday. Join us each week as we prepare our hearts for Christmas.

Grace Community: Holy Week schedule: Thursday communion 7:00, Good Friday service 7:00, Easter Sunday 9:00 and 11:00.

Grace Community: Happy Thanksgiving, {name}! We’re grateful for you.

Grace Community: Happy Mother’s Day to every mom in our church family. Moms get a flower at the door Sunday!

Grace Community: Merry Christmas from all of us at Grace. “For unto us a child is born.” Isaiah 9:6

Weather and closings

Grace Community: Because of the ice storm, all services and activities are canceled today. Stay safe!

Grace Community: Tonight’s youth group is moved online because of the weather. Link: grace.church/live

Grace Community: Roads are clear and we’re open! Services at the usual times today.

Encouragement

Grace Community: Good morning, {name}! “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Psalm 23:1

Grace Community: Whatever this week holds, you don’t face it alone. We’re praying for you.

A few rules of thumb

One message, one point. If you have three announcements, send the most important one.
Use first names. {name} turns into each person’s first name, and personal texts get more replies.
Send at predictable times. Saturday afternoon for Sunday reminders; mornings for encouragement.
Link to your own website, not shortened links, which carriers often filter.
Only text people who signed up, and honor STOP right away. See church texting and the law.

Text your congregation this Sunday.

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Common questions

What should a church text message say?

Start with your church’s name, say one clear thing (a time change, an event, a welcome), include a link or a reply option if action is needed, and keep it under 160 characters when you can.

How long should a church text be?

One text segment is 160 standard characters. Shorter texts are read faster and cost less; most church texts fit in one segment.

Can churches send Bible verses by text?

Yes. Many churches send a short verse in the morning. Public-domain translations like the King James Version can be quoted freely; see our guide to daily verse texts.

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